Loud snoring and sleep apnoea

Snoring results from the vibration of soft throat tissue when the airway relaxes during sleep. In some cases, the airway narrows, causing the walls to stick together and close for brief periods, known as apnoeas. The SleepDoctor Oral Device, a customisable snoring device, addresses snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) by properly positioning the jaw during sleep, thereby keeping the airway open and facilitating better breathing.

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Why do I snore?

When you sleep, your muscles relax, including the ones in your throat. This relaxation can cause your airway to narrow, making it difficult for your lungs to inhale and exhale the amount of air you need.

If your airway narrows, the air you breathe is pulled through it faster. This causes the soft tissue in the airway to dehydrate and vibrate. The sound this makes is what you hear as snoring.